Jon Bon Jovi had to bring his Madison Square Garden concert to an abrupt end.
Multiple outlets report that Bon Jovi struggled to get through his set before cutting the show short, telling fans he was “hurt”.
Jon Bon Jovi has cut his Madison Square Garden show short, reportedly due to a sinus infection. Ethan Miller
Bon Jovi was on the eighth night of his New York City residency, performing as part of his Forever Tour, when he was forced to make the decision to leave the stage after performing his hit track, Livin’ on a Prayer.
“I’m sorry, I’m hurt and you’re not getting the best of me,” a concert attendee reportedly told Page Six.
In a video shared to social media, Bon Jovi could be heard reassuring fans that they would still get the most for their money.
“Don’t throw away your ticket stubs. I’m gonna figure something out, okay? Just hold on to it, we’ll figure out how to reschedule.
“But I’m gonna have to cool it for the night. I feel great. I’ll see you again soon, goodnight.”
He hugged his band and gave fans a thumbs up before walking off-stage.
Nine.com.au has contacted representatives of Bon Jovi for comment.
A statement given to Page Six by representatives for the singer confirmed that the show came to an end after 90 minutes.
“Jon Bon Jovi spoke from stage and told fans he has been battling a sinus infection which led to the show’s early ending,” it said.
“As part of the Bon Jovi residency at Madison Square Garden, Jon has said numerous times that it has been a joy to return to live shows for the band.”
The statement assured fans that “updated information will be available shortly”.
This is the star’s first tour since undergoing vocal surgery in 2022.
Ahead of the start of his Forever Tour, Bon Jovi assured fans that he was ready to perform.
“I’m fully recovered,” he told People.
Bon Jovi went through vocal surgery in 2022, and had said he would quit touring if his voice didn’t return to its full capacity. Getty
“It was longer than I’d ever expected, but it had to be right. We never lost faith.”
He added that throughout his recovery, his band stood by his side, never looking for other work.
“They said, ‘No, we’re with you.’ Every day of every rehearsal they were there with me,” he said.
“My love for them has only deepened.”